Artisanal Chocolate

Hello, sweet tooths and lovers of authentic experiences!

If there’s one thing that sweetens life and tells an ancestral story, it’s artisanal chocolate! And in Quintana Roo, this tradition is lived with passion, from the earth to your palate. Here, cacao isn’t just a fruit; it’s a legacy cultivated with care, respecting traditional methods passed down through generations.

The artisanal cacao and chocolate experience here focuses on interactive workshops and immersive experiences rather than large plantations. It’s where the tradition of chocolate truly comes alive for visitors.

You can find these fascinating places in:

Where to Experience Cacao and Chocolate Making

• Cozumel: There are centers dedicated to the history of cacao, its Mayan significance, and its transformation into chocolate. They offer guided tours that culminate in the chance to create your own bar, learning from the bean to the final product.
• Playa del Carmen: Here you’ll find interactive spaces that function as museums, taking visitors on a historical journey of cacao and its ancient uses, with hands-on workshops to make chocolates.
• Cancun: While there aren’t plantations, various artisans and operators offer “Bean to Bar” workshops. These are practical experiences where you learn the entire chocolate-making process, from roasting to molding, complete with delicious tastings.
• Southern Quintana Roo: You’ll also discover local initiatives focused on reviving and preserving pre-Hispanic cacao cultivation, offering unique artisanal products.

These sites will provide you with a delicious immersion into the culture and art of artisanal chocolate in Quintana Roo.